DCarbon Global Expands Gulf Footprint With Qatar Office

Egypt-based sustainability consultancy DCarbon Global has opened an office in Qatar, extending its Middle East presence to three locations and signaling a measured push deeper into Gulf advisory markets.

The move places the firm inside the Qatar Financial Centre, a platform that hosts regional and international firms operating across finance, professional services and advisory sectors. The expansion follows DCarbon Global’s earlier entry into the United Arab Emirates and aligns with its stated Gulf growth strategy.

Founded in 2014, DCarbon Global operates at the intersection of sustainability, environmental, social and governance frameworks, and climate strategy. The firm advises governments and organizations on sustainability transitions through services aligned with international reporting and disclosure standards, including ISSB, GRI and CSRD.

Qatar Entry Anchors Regional ESG Strategy

The Qatar office is positioned as a delivery hub rather than a symbolic presence. According to the company, the local team will work across government, financial services, energy, construction, transportation and logistics. These sectors sit at the core of Qatar’s economic diversification agenda and long-term development plans.

Ehab Shalaby, Chief Executive Officer of DCarbon Global, said the expansion reflects the firm’s intent to support Gulf economies as they move toward diversified and lower-carbon growth models. He framed the Qatar entry as part of a broader regional commitment rather than a standalone market test.

“Qatar’s Carbon Strategy places at the heart of its mission the empowerment of development partners to adopt responsible practices that lead to a more sustainable future,” Shalaby said. “We aim to be a leading driver of this transition by providing integrated consulting services in areas such as sustainable finance, national capacity building and digital transformation, thereby enhancing the readiness of Qatari organizations to achieve the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.”

The company said its Qatar-based operations will include collaboration with Forvis Mazars, providing local market reach and professional services integration.

Market Timing Reflects Policy and Disclosure Pressure

DCarbon Global’s Qatar launch comes as sustainability advisory demand accelerates across the Gulf. Governments are tightening climate commitments, while financial institutions face increasing pressure to align capital allocation with credible ESG frameworks. Disclosure requirements tied to international standards are also reshaping corporate reporting expectations in the region.

By situating its office within the QFC, DCarbon Global places itself closer to regulators, financial institutions and multinational operators managing regional portfolios. This proximity supports advisory work tied to sustainable finance structures, national capacity programs and digital reporting infrastructure.

Industry observers note that ESG consulting in the Gulf has shifted from policy alignment to execution. Advisory firms are now expected to support implementation, data governance and operational readiness, rather than high-level strategy alone. DCarbon Global’s emphasis on integrated solutions positions it within this execution-driven phase.

Expanding Beyond the Middle East

While the Qatar opening strengthens DCarbon Global’s Middle East footprint, the firm continues to operate beyond the region through partnerships in Europe and North America. It maintains a presence in the Netherlands and Canada through collaborations with local counterparts, extending its reach into mature sustainability and disclosure markets.

This cross-regional exposure allows the firm to transfer regulatory and reporting experience between jurisdictions. That capability is increasingly relevant as Gulf markets align with global sustainability frameworks and investors compare disclosures across regions.

The company has not disclosed headcount figures for its Qatar operation. However, it said the local team will focus on sector-specific advisory mandates rather than generalized sustainability consulting.

Measured Expansion Signals Long-Term Play

DCarbon Global’s regional expansion contrasts with rapid, acquisition-led growth strategies seen elsewhere in the advisory sector. Instead, the firm appears to be building market presence incrementally, aligning offices with policy hubs and financial centers.

The Qatar office marks a strategic addition rather than a pivot. It reinforces the firm’s Gulf ambitions while anchoring its services within a jurisdiction actively shaping national sustainability frameworks.

As ESG expectations evolve from reporting to accountability, advisory firms with local presence and international standards expertise are likely to see sustained demand. DCarbon Global’s Qatar expansion positions it to compete for that work as sustainability transitions across the Gulf move from planning into execution.